Trips

Top Places To
Visit in Turkey

Hotels and
Homestays in Turkey

Weekend
Getaways from Turkey

Peak Season to visit Turkey is from June to August, when the country welcomes pleasant temperatures and clear skies. Perfect time to visit Istanbul and other inland regions.

Shoulder Season: Autumn occurs during May and September and the weather is slightly warm during these months.

Off-season: During October to April, the tourist crowd thins out. October ushers in autumn and April sees the arrival of spring in the country.

Budget for Turkey

For Budget Travellers: INR 600 - 2000 a day

Accommodation in hostels and guesthouses: INR 500 - 1000

Food in local cafes and street eateries: INR 250 - 400

Public Transport in buses: INR 90 - 200

Sightseeing (Entry-tickets & shows): INR 300 - 6000

For Mid-range Travellers: INR 2500 to INR 4000 a day

Accommodation in mid-range hotels and homestays: INR 1500 - 2500

Food in mid-range cafes and restaurants: INR 500 - 1500

Local transport in ferries and trains: INR 220 - 1000

Sightseeing & Tours: INR 600 - 2000

For Luxury Travellers: INR 7000 and upwards

Accommodation in 4* or 5* hotels: INR 5000 and upwards

Food in upscale restaurants and bars: INR 1500 and upwards

Local transport in taxis: INR 2500 and upwards

Sightseeing, Guided Tours: INR 3000 and upwards

Visa
Information for Turkey

Citizens from Northern Cyprus don’t require a visa, and can travel, stay, study and work in Turkey indefinitely. Indian citizens can obtain a single entry e-visa valid for 30 days within a 180-day period.

A national ID is accepted in the absence of a passport for nationals of France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Northern Cyprus Switzerland and Ukraine.

Citizens of Russia may enter Turkey visa-free for up to 60 days within a 180-day period. Citizens of Azerbaijan, Belarus, Costa Rica, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Macau, Mongolia, Tajikistan, Thailand, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan may enter Turkey visa-free for up to 30 days within a 180-day period. Citizens of Syria - provided they arrive by land directly from Syria to Turkey and pass through official ports of entry - are also exempt from visas.

Citizens of Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Austria, the Bahamas, Bahrain, Barbados, Belgium, Canada, Croatia, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Grenada, Haiti, Hong Kong (BN(O) passport holders only), Ireland, Jamaica, Kuwait, Maldives, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Oman, Poland, Portugal, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Spain, Suriname, United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom and the United States will be granted multiple-entry e-Visas valid for 90 days within a 180-day period. A national ID is accepted in lieu of a passport for citizens of Belgium, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal and Spain. Nationals of Belgium and Portugal are also allowed to enter with an expired passport (up to 5 years beyond expiry date). Citizens of Armenia, 'Greek' Cyprus, China (PRC), East Timor, Fiji, Indonesia, Mauritius, Mexico and Taiwan will be granted a single entry e-visa valid for 30 days within a 180-day period.

The transcontinental terrains of Turkey are replete with history and has something for every kind of traveller. On its Asian Anatolia end, Turkey’s Mediterranean shore beckons tourists with its charming coastal towns and the sweeping highland pastures offered by the magnificent Kaçkar Mountains. Cappadocia, boasting of undulating valleys and outlandish rock formations finds its places in almost every Turkey package, owing to its thrilling hot-air balloon rides. A major role is played in Turkey’s tourism scene, by its magical golden beaches, such as its longest beach - Patara.
The country’s ethos lies in its plethora of ancient ruins. From Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace, to Aegean Turkey’s ancient city of Ephesus, whose Theater, the Temple of Hadrian and the Celsus Library are steeped in stories of the bygone eras. On the southern Aegean region of Turkey, lies Bodrum that is home to azure beaches, cliff-top resorts and the spectacular Castle of St. Peter. While touring Turkey, revel in its culinary delights as you feast on the spicy kebabs and the delectable baklava.